Poject Details

Art and water are two recurring themes in this home for a collector of Northwest and Asian art. Using Puget Sound and the Pacific Ocean as a metaphorical setting to unite the collector’s interests, the house takes on an organic and aqueous feeling. Curved elements—made using floor-to-ceiling cast-glass walls (some of which incorporate glass display shelving for art)—were introduced to reference shapes found in nature. Light, passing through the glass walls as well as coming from within them, gives the interior spaces a Northwest glow. Much of the furniture was designed by Jim Olson and finds its inspiration in objects found while beachcombing: driftwood, lily pads (sawmill castoffs) and sea-polished glass.

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Recognition

Interiors

Designed by Jim Olson for the Glass House, the two Bronze Chairs serve as sculptural pieces flanking the fireplace in the living room. Named for the heavy bronze frame and back support, the chairs also feature solid walnut backrests and leather seats. The chairs were made by Seattle-based Gulassa and Company.